'Extra defences at Putin's summer palace amid fear of drone attacks
New weapons to deter air strikes are being deployed at the sprawling country estate of the Russian president.
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Northern Territory news headlines
This is a collection page for NT news. Check this page for breaking headlines from Darwin plus surrounding locations such as Kakadu, Uluru-Kata Tjuta, Litchfield national park lands and Alice Springs. Drawing upon 9News team of highly experienced journalists and producers, get latest news faster than any other media organisation. Including comprehensive local Northern Territory news coverage today; road accidents, NT weather forecast, crime, police news, politics, sports news and airport updates.
This red car missed the slip lane. Can they still turn left?
It happens to the best of us - we're not sure where the turn-off is, or we get distracted and miss it.
road safety
Man medically evacuated from fishing vessel after sea snake bite
The man was aboard a fishing vessel, about 360km south-west of Darwin.
Australia
Whats on for NAIDOC Week this weekend?
With heaps of activities still to come, here's what's going on in your state this weekend.
national
Five arrested, weapons seized after alleged violent family brawl in Alice Springs
Two groups, believed to be family known to each other, were allegedly fighting with spears and a machete.
Alice Springs
Four-metre croc that killed NT girl destroyed
The child was taken by the 4.2 metre-long reptile while swimming with her family at Mango Creek near Nganmarriyanga.
Crocodile
Child dies in 'complex crash', 10 others injured
A Toyota Prado carrying 11 people crashed between Kalkarindji and Lajamanu, about 500 kilometres outside Darwin.
national
Three-night curfew in Alice Springs after horror weekend of crime
Alice Springs will go into a three-night curfew following an appalling weekend of crime in the town, including the alleged assault of four off-duty police officers.
crime'Devastating': Police find remains in hunt for NT girl taken by crocodile
The 12-year-old had been swimming with her family at Mango Creek when she was reportedly attacked.
Crocodile
Fears missing 12-year-old attacked by crocodile in remote NT
An urgent search is underway for a missing 12-year-old in a remote Northern Territory community amid fears she has been attacked by a crocodile.
Crocodile
Mushroom gummies recalled after presence of 'unapproved novel food ingredients'
Two varieties of Uncle Frogs mushroom gummies are being recalled due to the presence of unapproved novel food ingredients.
national
World War II bomb found in Australian capital city
Police moved people from nearby streets during the operation to remove the 80-year-old explosive device.
Darwin
Westpac guilty of 'serious' breaches of its obligations after closure of branch
Almost 3400 customers were left without access to banking services when the Tennant Creek branch shut down.
Westpac
Uproar after man found guilty of murdering NT bottle shop worker
After an eight day trial, 20-year-old Keith Kerinauia was found guilty of murdering bottle shop worker Declan Laverty.
courts
'I love you, being stabbed': Slain bottle-shop worker's text to mum
A young man is facing at least two decades in prison after being found guilty of stabbing a Darwin bottle shop worker to death.
courts
Northern Territory Police charge man after alleged hit-run in Wulagi
Police said they received reports a vehicle had allegedly struck two pedestrians in Wulagi last week.
national
Problem croc eats dogs, threatens passersby
The almost four-metre long saltwater had stalked and lunged at children and adults and even ate some dogs.
Crocodile
Coles introduces purchasing limit on household staple
Lower stock has also been reported at other supermarkets as shortages linked to bird flu disrupt supply.
national
The biggest hotspots for animal collisions in the country
More than 21,000 vehicle insurance claims were analysed after drivers hit an animal. Here's what the data reveals about the biggest animal collision hotspots in the country:
animals
BoM reveals Australia's official winter weather forecast
Winter is just about upon us, but that doesn't necessarily mean temperatures are about to start plummetting – although you might have to reach for an umbrella.
national
Unclear what caused chopper crash that killed Aussie TV star
Australia's aviation authority says it needs more information about what caused the deadly Outback Wrangler helicopter disaster.
national
East coast in firing line for torrential rain, powerful gusts this weekend
Some areas are forecast to cop more than 250mm of rainfall and dangerous gusts of up to 200km/h.
Weather
Tornadoes in Australia are more common than you think
While the country is not as notorious for tornado activity as regions like the central United States, they do still occur.
Australia
Polar blast hits east coast, bringing strong and gale force winds
Parts of New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia will feel a cold nip in the air this weekend as a polar air mass sweeps across the east coast.
Weather
Man killed after cement truck rolls in remote NT
Staff from a nearby clinic called emergency services and acted as first responders.
crashes
Three charged after 300 cows worth $250,000 allegedly stolen
Earth moving machinery, two helicopters and bull catching buggies were allegedly used in the weeks-long operation to steal the cattle.
Western Australia
Escaped prisoner found after fleeing police in Darwin
An escaped prisoner in the Northern Territory has been found by police overnight.
crime
Man wants answers after partner killed in Brisbane crash
The heartbroken partner of a woman killed in a three-vehicle crash in Brisbane has revealed he had plans to propose to her later this year.
Adelaide
Top End teen feeling 'pretty good' after catching million-dollar barra
Keegan reeled in the million-dollar fish, but it was his little sister who spotted the small sign which led to a 'life changing' jackpot.
Fishing
'Mad keen' teen fisherman reels in $1 million barramundi in NT competition
The 19-year-old said he plans to help his mum and dad with their home loans.
Fishing
'I want my town back': Alice Springs community advocate's frank words with the PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made his first visit to Alice Springs since the end of the youth curfew on April 16, today announcing $8 million in funding to Northern Territory Public schools.
Alice Springs
Your complete guide to Anzac Day dawn services around the country
Australians will gather around the country tomorrow to commemorate all who have served and sacrificed their lives in conflicts that Australia has participated in.
ANZAC Day
Car carrying two teenagers rolls after colliding with the Ghan train in SA
The Ghan was travelling north to Darwin from Adelaide when the Mazda 3 and train crashed yesterday.
South Australia
Winter set to be one of warmest on record, BoM says
Much of Australia is likely in for one of the warmest winters on record, the weather bureau has predicted.
Weather News
Alice Springs youth curfew to end, heavy police presence to remain
Northern Territory Chief Minister Eva Lawler said no children should be walking the street at night.
Alice Springs
Outback Wrangler star may ground crash widow's lawsuit
Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright could pause a civil lawsuit brought over a helicopter crash that killed his co-star as he faces criminal charges over the tragedy.
courts
Alice Springs youth curfew extended for another six days after 'great success'
Authorities said they have seen a decrease in youth crime since the curfew was implemented.
Alice Springs
Daylight saving is ending this weekend - here's what to do
Millions of Aussies will get an extra hour's sleep on Sunday for the end of daylight saving. Here's everything you need to know.
Daylight savings
The major Aussie stores open during the long Easter weekend
Find out how Australia's major stores are operating across the long weekend.
Easter
A microsleep put Paul in hospital for 21 days. This is what he wants you to know
He was left with serious injuries including a collapsed lung, nerve damage, a split nose, shattered cheekbones and broken jaw bones.
national
Australia's scariest roads, as voted by motorists
Motorists voted on the roads with the most dangerous drivers, poor road quality and congestion across each state and territory.
Australia
Two-week youth curfew in place for Alice Springs CBD
The mayor of Alice Springs is begging for more police to protect the town and its residents
crime
Alleged thieves steal lasagne from Darwin woman's fridge
A Darwin woman has been targeted in an alleged home burglary, with CCTV capturing two young men in the act of stealing a freshly baked lasagne, among other items from her home.
Darwin
Feeling the squeeze: Grape grower claims farmers being sized out
An Alice Springs grape grower claims he has been forced to close his business after the standards and accreditation set by the country's two major supermarkets became "unachievable".
national
Body found by NT highway after man allegedly fell from moving car while drunk
Officers from Tennant Creek thought the man's body had been there for about five days.
police
Outback Wrangler star argues no duty of care in helicopter crash that killed friend
His wife Danielle Wilson is suing Wright and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority for alleged "wrongful acts or omissions".
queensland
Rising number of migrant workers drives Australia's 2.5 per cent population surge
Western Australia saw the highest growth, followed by Victoria and Queensland.
Australia
Man's decomposing body likely on side of NT highway for five days
The body was 'in an advanced state of decomposition', according to police.
Rural
Hundreds stranded in NT town as Cyclone Megan hits
Weather conditions have driven evacuation aircraft away from Borroloola, near the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Cyclone
Police commissioner slams 'disgraceful' certificates
A series of allegedly racist police awards have been made public, sparking outrage from the Northern Territory's top officer.
inquest
